AboutRon Wolff Expertise I am proficient in the following areas of VW Air Cooled Models from 1968-1979:
Vehicles: Super Beetle, Beetle, Thing, Karmann Ghia, Bus, Westfalia/Bus
Areas of expertise years 1968-1979
Engine Rebuild advice for all air cooled engines
VW Brake system replacement
Automatic Stickshift transmission
VW KOOL and DPD air conditioning systems (ex. thing)
Westfalia Electrical system dual battery
Westy Refridge Repair
Westy Cabinet Repair
Westy
AFC Fuel Injection system (1975 bugs) (1975 bus/Westys)
Soundproofing
General type 4 engine rebuild/technical data (i.e. 1.7 ltr, 1.8., 2.0) for buses
VW Air Cooled Beetle and Bus Paint codes
VW Distributor Compatibility Information
Westy component repair
Emission Systems
Exhaust Systems
General Electric System
Door rebuild (windows, seals, vent windows)
Body Panel Removal and general repair (non-welded)
Charging System
Convertible top Installation: Beetle
CV joints
Engine Troubleshooting
Valve Train
Non areas of expertise:
High Performance Modifications
Front end related components
Rear suspension (spring plate adjustment)
Bodywork / painting
Experience
Past/Present clients I often contribute to the westfalia users group technical boards. I have been a member for about 4 years. My usermame is 76Heatwagen
I restore vintage Volkswagens and currently own 4 of them.
Expert: Ron Wolff Date: 7/6/2007 Subject: 78 bus stall out and reluctant restart
Question Hi Ron,
having trouble with my van,was stalling when the engine was hot(open on the highway but ran great around town)when I come to a stop unless I give her gas, I can feel a hiccup as I excelerate or when Im cruisin low throttle but then not so much when up to speed. Now its stalling out,when the engine is cold too,but might take 3-5 minutes. It doesn't strand me,so far, will always start after a little rest(acts flooded)..or I can pop it! that fun in the city! Have replaced the coil, timing is nuts on, replaced some questionable ground wires. Any thoughts?
thanks so much for this service!
Jeni
Answer Hi Jeni,
Sounds like one of two things:
Either a loose or cracked vacuum hose
or
A bad #3 cylinder temperature sensor.
Either one is a pretty inexpensive fix.
First, check every hose carefully (especially the one that goes to the power brakes in the front and the rubber boot that connects to the air sensor.
If all your hoses check out perfect, than the next step is to replace the temperature sensor on cylinder head number 3.
They are 15.00 and can be obtained at:
www.mamotorworks.com
Try these two steps out. If you have any continued problems, feel free to contact me!
